Virtual Teleconferences

Virtual Teleconferences featuring speakers and discussion on topics of international interest are scheduled throughout the year and available to all AWIU members. Prospective members with a special interest in learning more about the work of AWIU are welcome to participate. Teleconference typically run approximately one hour and are recorded to allow for distribution for those interested but not able to attend.

There are currently two Virtual Teleconference areas of focus, Virtual 1 and Virtual 2.

Virtual 1 Teleconferences offer presentations from women working on international projects related to (1) building leadership and opportunity for women (2) engaging, educating and empowering youth (3) creating alliances with men in leadership positions in their communities. Recent Virtual 1 presentations have included projects in Libya, Ethiopia, Afghanistan, Nepal, and Zimbabwe. Learn more about Virtual 1.

Virtual 2 Teleconferences focus on raising awareness about the existence of human trafficking and what it looks like, and what to do with that knowledge. Human trafficking is the second largest illegal industry in the world. At any given time, an estimated 27 million persons are held in captivity somewhere in the world, even in our country, earning revenues of $39 billion annually for criminals of the worst kind. Learn more about Virtual 2.

Our Mission

Promotes woman-to-woman interaction and understanding Worldwide through meaningful visits, grants, educational support, the celebration and support of the International Women of Courage, and participation of local Chapters which act locally and affect globally.

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Diane McGlinchey

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In these times of a shrinking world, AWIU offers its members the opportunity to meet and understand people of other cultures, women in particular. Through AWIU one can visit, gain knowledge and even assist women in other countries, thus contributing to world peace and understanding.

Maya Angelou

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How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes!

Madvi Raya

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Today, women are naturally transitioning to taking on leadership roles. Since its inception in 1967, AWIU promotes learning and understanding via its delegations, grants, and volunteerism. AWIU is a grass roots organization that connects women, within the U.S. and around the globe, through goodwill.

Roshika Deo, 2014 International woman of courage, Fiji

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"I appreciate the work that American Women of International Understanding (AWIU) is doing to generate awareness on women's issues around the globe. Their support, empathy, effort and time as a volunteer, to feature problems that women face within and outside the U.S. is simply commendable. Raising awareness on women's issues is a crucial step towards progress and so is working together in global solidarity. "

Zuzana Stevulova, 2016 International Woman of Courage, Slovakia

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"Women leaders around the world are working on issues, which promote peace, justice, and progress for societies. As Margareth Mead famously said, all it takes to change the world is a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens. In their work, AWIU recognizes efforts and lasting achievements of women around the globe and encourages them to take action. Thus, this group of committed citizens becomes stronger and leads the world towards lasting peace, respect to human rights and international solidarity."